J'aimerais avoir des avis sur une partie de mon itinéraire que je peaufine, j'hésite pas mal.
Désolé pour la longueur, merci à ceux qui auront le courage de lire en entier.. ;)
C'est surtout la partie de l'itinéraire pour Cat Ba (à partir du 8 avril) qui me fait hésiter... Ça en vaut la peine ? Où est ce qu'il vaut mieux visiter la baie d'halong en une journée d'Hanoi et consacrer plus de temps à Sapa ? (Même si j'ai pas envie de partir en treck par ex)
Je sais que je consacre beaucoup de jours à Hoi An par ex, mais j'en ai envie là ;) ça permet de souffler, et puis avec des journée consacrer entièrement à faire du vélo, faut bien ça pour Hoi An et Hue
Donc du 22 mars au 19 avril, sans rentrer dans les détails ça donnerait :
22 mars : arrivée à Saigon
23 mars : visite/ballade
24 mars : visite/ballade
25 mars : départ pour Dalat en avion, visite l'après midi
26 mars : visite/ballade
27 mars : départ en bus pour Nha Trang, vélo et plage
28 mars : vélo et plage, le soir train de nuit pour DaNang
29 mars : arrivée à Hoi An
30 mars : visite de la ville tranquillement
31 mars : vélo pour visiter les villages alentours
01 avril : Visite de My Son, repos (plage...)
02 avril : départ pour Hue, visite/ballade
03 avril : vélo pour voir les tombeaux
04 avril : visite puis retour le soir sur Da Nang
05 avril : Vol vers Hanoi à midi, Vietnam airlines ayant changé mon vol (aeroport Hue
fermé), visite/ballade
06 avril : visite
07 avril : visite
08 avril : départ pour Cat Ba
09 avril : ballade dans la baie, si possible en petit bateau style bateau pêcheur en individuel seulement avec le batelier (?? Est-ce possible ??) j'ai vu ça sur ce blog
10 avril : journée en Kayak
11 avril : retour sur Hanoi, Train de nuit pour Sapa (via Lao Cai)
12 avril : Sapa, visite de la ville
13 avril : samedi, donc ballade au marché de Sapa et départ pour la nuit à Bac Ha
14 avril : Bac Ha, le marché du dimanche très tôt et retour l'après midi pour Lao Cai, train de nuit.
15 avril : arrivée à Hanoi, et départ pour Tam Coc (via Ninh Binh), ballade en Barque
16 avril : Tam Coc journée en vélo
17 avril : retour vers Hanoi et avion vers Saigon
18 avril : Saigon, peut être Cu Chi , shopping
19 avril : départ
Merci pour votre réponse.
Cat Ba c'était pas pour lézarder à la plage, c'est plutôt pour voir la baie d'halong plus calmement, et faire du kayak.. Donc plus pour son emplacement que pour ses plages...
Sinon quel est la bonne solution pour la baie d'halong ? Quand on ne veut pas dormir sur un bateau... Dormir à Bay Chay ?? J'ai l'impression que personne ne fait ça ...
C'est clair que c'est un itinéraire on ne peut plus classique, mais sur un mois c'est pas chargé (??? je crois) quand je vois que certains font tout ça et plus en moins d'un mois...
Je cherche pas à tout voir, mais pour une première fois autant faire un itinéraire cohérent ... J'oublie jamais que je suis un touriste pas un explorateur, quoi qu'on pense.
Je ne connais pas Cat Ba donc je passe, par contre oui on paut louer des petits sampans pour naviguer en individuel, bien préciser avant d'embarquer le temps de la balade, l'itinéraire et le prix pour éviter de mauvaises surprises, par contre en 3 visites dans cette baie je n'ai jamais
fait du Kayak la bas, ce sera pour ma 4ème visite!!! car cela doit etre formidable.
Bien sur l'itinéraire est un grand classique mais vous le faites en prenant votre temps et vous allez donc bien en profiter. J'ai fait de même en 1993 et depuis j'y suis retourné 5 fois pour visiter en détail.
Le temps de visite pour Ha Noi et Sai Gon est bon pour voir l'essentiel, bien sur le Nord est un peu court et vous faites l'impasse sur le delta. Le 18 voire le 19 tout dépend à quelle heure est votre avion je tenterais plus le Dela et j'abandonnerais Cucci.Ou suivant votre heure d'arrivée le 17 départ dans la foulée pour le Delta et retour le 18.
Inconvénient: si la première partie du voyage est à un bon rythme, la fin risque d'etre speed.
voire trop speed.
Bon voyage
J irais dans le delta du Mekong au lieu de Dalat. J enleverai Nha Trang, station balneaire sans charme, pour rester lus longtemps dans le Nord. J irais sur l ile de Quan Lan et eviterai l affreuse Cat Ba.
08 avril : départ pour Cat Ba
09 avril : ballade dans la baie, si possible en petit bateau style bateau pêcheur en individuel seulement avec le batelier (?? Est-ce possible ??) j'ai vu ça sur ce blog
10 avril : journée en Kayak
Pour vous rendre à Cát Bà, 2 moyens d'y aller:
- vous achetez un billet complet de bus chez Hoang Long, qui va vous acheminer de la station de bus Bên Xe Luong Yên pour Hai Phong. Une navette vous amène vers l'embarcadère où un speed-boat vous transporte dans un port de Cát Bà et un nouveau bus vous amène dans la ville de Cát Bà.
- un moyen plus épique: bus de Hoang Long pour Bay Chay, stop devant l'entrée de Tuân Châu, moto-taxi jusqu'à l'embarcadère, ferry à travers la baie d'Halong comme une croisiè re, accostage dans un port au nord de l'île et un bus local vous amène tout le long de l'île jusqu'à Cát Bà.
A Cát Bà, choisissez l'hôtel Phú Thành à droite du port. On vous organise toutes les visites et promenades en mer dans la baie de Lan Ha et d'Ha Long.
Faites des choix selon vos envies et n'écoutez pas des conseils formatés.
Faites des choix selon vos envies et n'écoutez pas des conseils formatés.
Les envies ne prennent pas souvent en compte la realite. Maintenant si vous aimez les fronts de mer betonnes hideux comme a Cat Ba et Nha Trang, libre a vous 🙂
Jogette je sais que c'est moi qui demande des conseils, et que vous avez l'air de connaître le Vietnam, mais c'est mon premier voyage au Vietnam, vous conseillez donc de faire l'impasse sur la baie d'Halong pour un premier voyage au Vietnam ? J'avoue que bizarrement ça me tente sans plus ok, mais c'était soit je l'expédie en une journée, avec une agence au départ d'Hanoi, soit j'essai de l'apprécier autrement... Ou alors j'y vais pas du tout :)
Je veux pas du tout aller à cat ba pour ses plages ou son béton, mais réellement pour l'emplacement comme point de départ d'activités ...
Henon21 à raison, sur la fin de l'itinéraire tout s'accélère, mais bon, c'est frustrant de se contenir et se restreindre quand on a qu'1 mois. Pour le Delta du mekong, j'ai énormément hésiter, sûrement pour une prochaine fois.
Merci Abalone, je retiens la première solution avec Hoang Lung ;)
Vous pensez que j'aurais le temps pour le retour, de revenir sur Hanoi pour prendre un train de nuit ?
vous conseillez donc de faire l'impasse sur la baie d'Halong pour un premier voyage au Vietnam ?
Si vous souhaitez decouvrir la baie d Along dans de bonnes conditions je vous conseille une croisiere 3 jours/2 nuits avec une nuit sur l ile de Quan Lan. C est un autre budget mais vous eviterez l affreux front de mer de Cat Ba ou il regne une ambiance tres etrange. C est d une tristesse cette ville. Faut dire que tout a ete fait our l enlaidir !!!
Faites des choix selon vos envies et n'écoutez pas certains "conseils" qui en vérité cachent des intérêts commerciaux 😠.
Comme dit par Jogette : il faut absolument éviter l'affreuse Cat Ba. C'est un des endroits les plus laids que j'ai vu au Vietnam (que du béton) et je n'exagère pas.
Ne vous fiez pas à une obscure photo de coin de plage prise, en vérité, on ne sait où !
oui, pourquoi aller sur une ile au front de mer ravagee par le beton alors qu il y a une merveille petite ile preservee avec des plages sublimes ?
Poses la question à l'auteur de ce post ou à moi-même et non à troll qui s'inscrit le jour même pour critiquer alors qu'il ne sait même pas où se trouve la plage de Cát Bà sur la photo que j'ai postée.
Je connais Quan Lan bien avant qu'on en parle sur les forums. Il y a 2 raisons pour ne pas l'imposer à l'auteur de ce post:
- en premier, il faut répondre à sa question. Il n'a pas demandé d'aller sur une plage. Il veut savoir si cela vaut le coup de passer par Cát Bà pour découvrir la baie d'Halong.
- en second, si c'est pour la plage, on ne peut pas recommander ni Quan Lan ni Cát Bà, l'eau est encore froide (j'ai plongé en début d'Avril au large le la baie de Lan Ha, l'eau est glaciale).
- en dernier, la ville de Cát Bà est le centre urbain et économique de l'île. on ne peut pas se contenter de huttes pour bâtir une économie. En dehors de cette petite agglomération, l'île est déserte, et vierge de construction à cause de la son statut de parc national.
C'est la première fois que je lis que c'est si laid.... Mais quand on est sur un bateau, ou sur un kayak dans la baie de Lan Ha, ou dans le parc naturel, on ne le vois pas le béton .... Du coup je suis un peu perdu, j'arrive à Hanoi le 5 avril (avion déjà réservé), et j'en repars le 17 (avion réservé également) ... J'ai essayé de planifier pour être à Bac Ha le dimanche.. Bref admettons que je zappe la baie d'halong, je fais quoi ?
J'ai voyagé 4 fois en Inde, seul, en Thaïlande, mais le vietnam c'est stressant quand on lit les messages...
Donc d'après vous, Cat Ba et par extrapolation, la baie d'Halong, n'est pas indispensable ?
Ça semble bizarre de demander ça je trouve, la baie d'Halong indispensable à voir ou pas ?
Hello, I m planning and organizing a wonderful trip to Vietnam from mid-March to mid-April 2026, traveling independently for a month with my wife to enjoy her…
This September, my partner and I are heading to North Sulawesi for 3 weeks. Our international flight is with Malaysia Airlines, departing from Paris. We have a layover in KL, then fly to Denpasar, followed by a domestic flight from Denpasar to Manado. We land in Bali Denpasar on 05/09 around 12:00 PM, and our flight to Manado is on 07/09 at 1:30 AM. The plan was to have at least one night (from the 5th to the 6th of September) between our international flight and our flight to Manado, just to recharge a bit since we're not 20 anymore 😛. My question is, given the very short stop in Bali (a day and a half), is it better to stay in Denpasar rather than go to Ubud for the night? I’ve been to Bali before, and from what I remember, even though the distances are short, transfers take a long time because of the extremely heavy traffic—but I was there in July, not September. I’m not sure if that makes a big difference?
If the answer is "it’s better to stay in Denpasar," are there any nice places to visit? There’s very little feedback about the city since tourists usually don’t stick around.
Thanks in advance for your replies.
Hi there,
I’ve found so many tips and reviews on this forum, so it’s my turn to contribute a little.
We spent just over two weeks with our family, with the following itinerary:
- Hanoi: 5 days
- Halong Bay: 3 days and 2 nights
- Tam Coc: 3 days
- Mai Chau: 2 days
- Sapa: 3 days
We got around by bike, scooter, Grab, and bus.
Our main accommodations were homestays and hotels in Hanoi.
We visited lots of museums, temples, and neighborhoods in Hanoi.
We did a 2-day, 1-night trek in Sapa with May, a Hmong local, without going through an agency.
A few small regrets: the weather was overcast, and we couldn’t make it to Fansipan, but nothing major 😅. We also couldn’t find transport to get from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai.
Other than that, this trip will stay in our memories for the kindness of the Vietnamese people, the connections we made, the food (street food, homestays...), the coffee 😋, the landscapes, and how easy it was to get around...
Our goal was to take our time and focus only on a small part of northern Vietnam.
If you need any tips or recommendations, don’t hesitate to ask.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hello everyone! I’m heading off solo in February and wanted to share my rough itinerary with you. Does this sound doable?
PS: I’m not really into beaches.
D1 Departure on February 17, 2027
D2 Arrival in Kuala Lumpur – stroll through Chinatown and visit the Petronas Towers
D3: Kuala Lumpur – Chow Kit Market, Batu Caves, Little India, Bukit Bintang downtown area
D4: Early morning bus to Malacca. Explore Malacca in the afternoon and evening
D5: Another 2–3 hours in Malacca in the morning, then bus back to Kuala Lumpur. Merdeka Square area. Stay in Chinatown
D6: Bus trip to Kuala Tahan. Night tour
D7: Morning – canopy walk and Bukit Terisek hike. Afternoon – off to Lata Berkoh
D8 & D9: 2-day jungle trek in Taman Negara National Park
D10: Head to Cameron Highlands
D11: Morning hike through the plantations. Afternoon still to be decided
D12: Morning – excursion to Mossy Forest and Sungei Plantation. Afternoon bus to Ipoh
D13: Morning – Mirror Lake / Sam Poh Temple area. Afternoon – explore downtown Ipoh
D14: Morning train to Penang. Afternoon – wander around Georgetown
D15: Morning – Penang Hill and Keh Loh Temple. Afternoon – Georgetown
D16: Bus to Butterfly Garden and Spice Garden. Late afternoon – Burmese and Thai temples
D17: Morning flight to Singapore. Afternoon – Chinatown and Marina Bay tour
D18: Morning – Gardens by the Bay area. Afternoon – Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, Kampong Glam
D19: Morning – The Ridges area and Botanical Garden. Afternoon – Little India, then back to Chinatown before 11:15 PM return flight
D20: Morning arrival
Hi everyone.
I’m heading to Malaysia for five weeks over the holiday season.
I just found out that tourists can pay by QR code like locals (street food, small shops) to avoid using cash.
This works with apps like Wise or TNG eWallet.
Has anyone tried this system before?
Hi everyone,
I’ll be in western Malaysia for 20 days in January and February.
I’m coming from southern Thailand to Ipoh for the Thaipusam festivities.
Then it’s off to Pangkor Island.
I’ll finish up in Malacca for the Chinese New Year celebrations before heading to Singapore.
I’ve got a 6-day gap.
I was thinking of going to K.Lipis for the jungle train and heading to Dabong, but the caves might not be open.
Any suggestions around K.L.?
Day treks?
A stopover between K.L. and Malacca?
Thanks
Hi, I’ve read that these two volcanoes are super popular and that there are *tons* of people for sunrise, especially in July. I’m looking for firsthand accounts from anyone who’s done it later, around 9–10 a.m.
Thanks for your help!
Laëtitia
I’m heading to Cambodia at the end of December 2026 – January 2027 for 3-4 weeks. Since I’ve already visited Cambodia twice, my itinerary is a bit different this time—I’d love to explore Botum Sakor Park, Chi Pat, the Tatai region, and the Cardamom Mountains. I’m traveling solo. If you have any tips on transportation, excursions, treks, sights, or accommodations in the area, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks for your feedback!
Has anyone traveled with the Laos travel agency ADV ?
I’m planning a trip to Laos and have received several quotes. Among them, this agency’s seem very reasonable, and so far, the interactions have been positive.
I’ve found a few positive reviews online, but I’d love to hear from travelers who’ve actually booked with them: how’s the organization, guide quality, accommodations, on-the-ground responsiveness, etc.
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
First stop on our discovery of the peninsula: Amphawa. It’s our first night in Thailand (we arrived at Suvarnabhumi at 8:50 AM).
Our initial plan was to explore the area before heading further south. The Mae Klong Railway Market is tempting... but what else is there to do????
We’ll be there on a Wednesday, and from what I’ve read on the forum, some say there’s absolutely nothing to do during the week—no floating market, barely any shops open, no restaurants, etc.
Others, though, say the place is actually more charming without the weekend crowds.
Could you share your thoughts? Missing the floating market is one thing, but if it’s really a ghost town on Wednesdays, I might just drop our bags somewhere else.
Amphawa seemed like a good first stop, just 1.5 hours from the airport, but I’d still like to settle somewhere a bit lively for our first evening.
We’ll be there at the end of October.
Thanks!
Hi,
I wanted to visit the plantations in the morning with GetYourGuide or by just showing up.
How much time should I really plan for?
I’d like to catch either the 3 PM or 5 PM bus back to KL.
Thanks
Hi,
I wanted to get some info about the cable car and the bridge—I see lots of different options...
How much time should we allow for these two activities? If we arrive around 4 PM, will we have enough time to visit without rushing?
Thanks
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hi,
On September 1st, we're heading to Kalimantan for six weeks, probably from Pontianak to the Derawan Islands.
I've scoured this site, which is usually my go-to 😉, and others like VoyageForum, but recent info is pretty scarce.
I'd love any tips on places you've visited—our itinerary is still a work in progress.
We're two couples traveling with backpacks, using buses, boats, guesthouses, and homestays.
Thanks in advance!
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Hi! I’d like to split my trip into two parts: 15 days in Phuket and 15 days in Krabi. Do you know if I can rent a car and drop it off in Krabi when I fly back to France?
Thanks for your feedback!
Have a great Sunday!
Martine
Hello,
After 1 night in Khao Sok, I’d like to find a 2 Days 1 Night package on the lake.
After reading a lot, I decided to "break the bank" and treat ourselves to a private tour—mainly to avoid the crowds.
But after contacting several operators, they offer "private tours" that are very expensive (around 700 €), yet in the details, the boats can only leave from the pier at 10 AM like everyone else. (I was hoping to leave much earlier.) The morning program is the same for everyone too (private or not). They drop us off at noon at our floating hotel (I’d chosen Phupha Waree). Free afternoon (swimming or kayaking in front of the hotel). We head back by boat for a 1-hour sunset ride. And the next morning, we leave the hotel at 8 AM to be at the pier by 9:30 AM at the latest—end of the trip.
So basically, we’re paying a lot for a private tour just to do the same thing as everyone else at the same time.
Or maybe I just had bad luck in my search.
I contacted Panida Ladi, who’s very popular on forums. We’d agreed on a private tour that matched my request (departure from the pier at 8 AM, very personalized itinerary). We settled on the itinerary and price, she asked for a Wise transfer for a 30% deposit, confirmed receipt of the deposit. Then 30 minutes later, she messaged me to say she was canceling everything because it was impossible to do the requested tour—and promised a quick refund of my deposit.
So here’s my question: Who’s done a *real* private tour on this lake? Who can recommend a reliable agency? Is it even really possible to do a private tour here?
I’m searching for a real gem for my 3rd stay in Koh Lanta: a lovely, high-quality hotel right by an easily accessible beach in a lively spot.
If you know of anything that fits what I’m looking for and want to share, don’t hesitate!
Hi, is anyone there in Flores right now? According to some websites, everything is closed and the situation is tough. But our guide says it's fine. Who should we believe? We're supposed to leave on September 2nd. Thanks to anyone in Flores at the moment!
Hi dear community,
I'm planning to visit Cambodia this winter, right after Christmas, for my first solo trip and my first trip to Asia. For two weeks (yes, I know it's short, but I really can't do more...). I have two main desires: Siem Reap and the countryside, the villages, the Mekong...
What do you think of this itinerary? Arrival in Siem Reap, departure from Phnom Penh.
SR: 5 days (1 day for arrival, 3 for the temples, 1 for the lake and its villages)
Kratie (stop on the way to Mondolkiri): 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days there)
Mondolkiri/Sen Monorom: 4 days (1 day of travel, 1 day there, 2 days of treks)
PP: 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days of sightseeing)
I think I need to cut one day somewhere if I travel from Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday. In Kratie, maybe? Or in PP? And I'll miss the boat trip that everyone recommends (SR-Battambang), but I don't see where to fit it in. Unless I do a PP-PP loop starting in the east, skip Kratie or just stay one night, then SR, then PP.
In my timing, Mondolkiri seems closer than Ratanakiri, which also tempted me a lot! Will it be too complicated alone? I'm thinking of using local guides or a small local agency for a nature and village getaway.
I've read that Siem Reap is very crowded between Christmas and New Year's. I could also do the circuit in the opposite direction. But I thought it would be easier to get familiar with the country by arriving in a touristy area—I might be wrong...
Thanks for your advice and opinions!
Hi everyone.
I’m planning my trip, and based on all the posts I’ve read, this country is amazing.
Of course, I’ve got a ton of questions for you.
Here’s a possible itinerary: Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Phonsavan - Sam Neua - Nong Khiaw + villages - Phongsali - Luang Namtha and the area - Udomxai - Huay Xai - Luang Prabang and back to Vientiane.
What do you think?
We’re planning to prioritize local transport—is it possible to do this loop?
We’d also love to go kayaking, but I’m not sure if the season’s right or where the best spot is.
For trekking—I read that Phongsali is the most authentic spot to visit villages and see wildlife. Do you know of a reliable agency and a guesthouse with reasonable prices?
Is it worth taking a slow boat for a stretch on the Mekong, and if so, which route?
For accommodations, is it better to book through Booking.com and Agoda or look when we arrive?
Are mosquitoes bad in Laos, and should we take malaria prophylaxis?
What’s the average daily budget (accommodation, food, visits)?
Is renting scooters a good option for exploring towns, and if so, which ones?
From what I’ve read, it’s best to carry cash—euros or dollars? Is it risky to walk around with that much cash?
I’ve still got tons of questions. Thanks to anyone who can help, and I’m open to all tips, info, etc.
Thanks again
Hi there,
I’m planning a family trip (my wife and I, both 47, and our two sons, aged 5 and 12) to Malaysia for the last week of June and the first two weeks of July 2027.
We used to love road trips as a couple, then as a trio, but since our second child arrived, we’ve taken a break with "camping village" style trips.
Now feels like the right time to get back to our old habits, while adjusting the pace for the kids.
We’re craving Asia. We’ve been lucky enough to visit Thailand, Indonesia (Bali and Lombok), and Sri Lanka before.
Friends have raved about Malaysia, so we’re definitely tempted.
For those who know and love Malaysia, what would be a good itinerary starting from Kuala Lumpur, with a maximum of 3-4 stops? We’d like a mix of culture, nature, and relaxation (just to clarify, we’re not big beach fans). All of this without rushing, of course.
Hello,
We’re a family of four with two teens aged 16 and 18. We’re heading to Thailand this summer. We’ll arrive in Bangkok and plan to take a flight to Luang Prabang.
I’ve seen there are some great visits and excursions to do (temples, markets, waterfalls) and maybe even venture a bit north to places like Nong Khiaw, Muang Xay, Muang Ngoy, or Oudom Xay.
But I’ve also heard about the Bokeo region with the Gibbon Experience.
Since we won’t be able to do everything, I’d love to hear about your experiences, impressions, and advice on the two options I’m considering, especially since we’ll be meeting family in Chiang Mai, Thailand, afterward.
Option 1: A loop from Luang Prabang heading slightly north, then a flight from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai.
Option 2: A few days in Luang Prabang, exploring within a few dozen kilometers around, then heading to Bokeo province for the 2-day/1-night Gibbon Experience. For this option, I saw on Rome2Rio that it’s possible to book a ferry trip on the Mekong from Luang Prabang to Huay Xay—they mention about 8 hours. But is that realistic? What type of boat is it?
Then, to get to Chiang Mai, there aren’t many options—bus or minivan—but how does crossing the border work?
Finally, for those of you who’ve been to Laos in August, what was the weather like?
We’ve already visited Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia during the same period over the past four years and weren’t really bothered by bad weather.
I’m starting a discussion about guides in the Mekong Delta because we’ve just finished our trip in this region and had a hard time finding a French-speaking guide. We had Thanh—she speaks French really well and travels all over the delta region, including Ho Chi Minh City. She’s super friendly and flexible. I recommend her wholeheartedly. If it can help someone...
Feel free to contact us for her number.
Hi everyone,
I couldn’t find any recent info on Kuching.
Can anyone recommend a hotel or guesthouse for under 100 RM that’s nice and affordable? No dorms, please.
Also, does it rain a lot in November, and is it still worth visiting Semenggoh or Bako?
We’ll be arriving in Phnom Penh this coming January and we’re thinking of starting our trip with a stop in Kampong Cham, then Kratie.
After Kratie, we’re considering heading toward Siem Reap with a stop in Kampong Thom.
That said, I’m not really sure how long the Kratie–Kampong Thom journey might take or how complicated it is.
Does this stop on the way to Siem Reap seem like a good idea to you?
If we don’t visit the Sambor Prei Kuk site, are there still any walks or sights worth checking out in Kampong Thom?
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
After a stay on Koh Phayam this coming November, I’d like to spend 2 or 3 days on Koh Phra Thong before heading further south.
Do you think it’s doable to leave Koh Phayam early enough to catch the 10 AM boat from Khura Buri to Koh Phra Thong? The next one isn’t until 4 PM, which would cost me a whole day.
I’m planning a trip to Indonesia, specifically Sulawesi and Java, in September for 10 days.
I don’t know this part of the world at all—any advice is welcome!
I’ll be traveling solo and would also love tips on meeting other travelers or locals.
Une plage de Cát Bà
